Assistant Kitchen Manager — Fast-Paced Growth & Perks

XO Taco; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Employee dining perks and discounts

Job summary

XO Taco in Syracuse is looking for a motivated Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations. This role emphasizes leadership in a fast-paced environment, focusing on food quality and team development.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience and strong food safety knowledge. Compensation is competitive, and opportunities for growth within the company are available, alongside employee dining perks and discounts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to lead a team in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Kitchen Manager in overseeing all back-of-house operations.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes and food quality standards.
• Support hiring, training, and coaching of kitchen staff.
• Maintain a clean and food-safe kitchen environment.
• Manage inventory and proper storage of all food and supplies.
• Monitor prep levels and ensure smooth service during peak hours.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture.

Skills

Kitchen leadership experience

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Cost control

Job description

XO Taco in Syracuse is looking for a motivated Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations. This role emphasizes leadership in a fast-paced environment, focusing on food quality and team development.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience and strong food safety knowledge. Compensation is competitive, and opportunities for growth within the company are available, alongside employee dining perks and discounts.